2017 2019 Syllabus

Syllabus
Cambridge O Level
Bengali 3204 Arabic 3180

Nepali 3202 Setswana 3158
Sinhala 3205 For examination in
Swahili 3162 November 2017, 2018 and
2019
Tamil 3226
For examination in
June 2017, 2018 and 2019
Cambridge Secondary 2 Version 1

Changes to syllabus for 2017, 2018 and 2019
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Contents
1. Introduction..................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Why choose Cambridge?
1.2 Why choose Cambridge O Level?
1.3 Why choose Cambridge O Level Languages?
1.4 How can I find out more?
2. Teacher support............................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Support materials
2.2 Endorsed resources
2.3 Training
3. Bengali............................................................................................................................. 7
3.1 Scheme of assessment summary
3.2 Availability
3.3 Combining this with other syllabuses
3.4 Aims
3.5 Assessment objectives
3.6 Description of papers
4. Nepali............................................................................................................................. 10
4.2 Availability
4.4 Aims
5. Arabic, Sinhala, Tamil..................................................................................................... 13

5.2 Availability
5.3 Combining these with other syllabuses
5.4 Aims
6. Setswana....................................................................................................................... 16
6.2 Availability
6.4 Aims

7. Swahili........................................................................................................................... 20
7.2 Availability
7.4 Aims
8. Other information.......................................................................................................... 23
Introduction
1. Introduction
1.1 Why choose Cambridge?

Cambridge International Examinations is part of the University of Cambridge. We prepare school students
for life, helping them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning. Our international
qualifications are recognised by the worlds best universities and employers, giving students a wide range of
options in their education and career. As a not-for-profit organisation, we devote our resources to delivering
high-quality educational programmes that can unlock learners potential.
Our programmes set the global standard for international education. They are created by subject experts,
are rooted in academic rigour, and provide a strong platform for progression. Over 10000 schools in 160
countries work with us to prepare nearly a million learners for their future with an international education
from Cambridge.
Cambridge learners
Cambridge programmes and qualifications develop not only subject knowledge but also skills. We
encourage Cambridge learners to be:
confident in working with information and ideas their own and those of others
responsible for themselves, responsive to and respectful of others
reflective as learners, developing their ability to learn
innovative and equipped for new and future challenges
engaged intellectually and socially, ready to make a difference.
Recognition
Cambridge O Level is internationally recognised by schools, universities and employers as equivalent in
demand to Cambridge IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education). There are over
700000 entries a year in nearly 70 countries. Learn more at www.cie.org.uk/recognition
Support for teachers

A wide range of materials and resources is available to support teachers and learners in Cambridge schools.
Resources suit a variety of teaching methods in different international contexts. Through subject discussion
forums and training, teachers can access the expert advice they need for teaching our qualifications. More
details can be found in Section 2 of this syllabus and at www.cie.org.uk/teachers
Support for exams officers

Exams officers can trust in reliable, efficient administration of exams entries and excellent personal support
from our customer services. Learn more at www.cie.org.uk/examsofficers
Our systems for managing the provision of international qualifications and education programmes
for learners aged 5 to 19 are certified as meeting the internationally recognised standard for quality
management, ISO 9001:2008. Learn more at www.cie.org.uk/ISO9001
Cambridge O Level Languages. Syllabus for examination in 2017, 2018 and 2019. 3
Introduction
1.2 Why choose Cambridge O Level?

Cambridge O Levels have been designed for an international audience and are sensitive to the needs of
different countries. These qualifications are designed for learners whose first language may not be English
and this is acknowledged throughout the examination process. The Cambridge O Level syllabus also allows
teaching to be placed in a localised context, making it relevant in varying regions.
Our aim is to balance knowledge, understanding and skills in our programmes and qualifications to enable
students to become effective learners and to provide a solid foundation for their continuing educational
journey.
Through our professional development courses and our support materials for Cambridge O Levels, we
provide the tools to enable teachers to prepare learners to the best of their ability and work with us in the
pursuit of excellence in education.
Cambridge O Levels are considered to be an excellent preparation for Cambridge International

ASand A Levels, the Cambridge AICE (Advanced International Certificate of Education) Group Award,
Cambridge Pre-U, and other education programmes, such as the US Advanced Placement program
and the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme. Learn more about Cambridge O Levels at
www.cie.org.uk/cambridgesecondary2
Guided learning hours

Cambridge O Level syllabuses are designed on the assumption that learners have about 130 guided
learning hours per subject over the duration of the course, but this is for guidance only. The number of
hours required to gain the qualification may vary according to local curricular practice and the learners prior
experience of the subject.
1.3 Why choose Cambridge O Level Languages?

Cambridge O Levels are established qualifications that keep pace with educational developments and
trends. The Cambridge O Level curriculum places emphasis on broad and balanced study across a wide
range of subject areas. The curriculum is structured so that candidates attain both practical skills and
theoretical knowledge.
Cambridge O Level Language qualifications are accepted by universities and employers as proof of
knowledge and understanding of a language. Successful candidates gain lifelong skills including:
the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and effectively in writing
the ability to use a wide range of vocabulary, and correct grammar, spelling and punctuation
a personal style and an awareness of the audience being addressed.
Candidates are also encouraged to read widely, both for their own enjoyment and to further their awareness
of the ways in which the language can be used. Cambridge O Level Language qualifications also develop
more general analysis and communication skills such as synthesis, inference, and the ability to order facts
and present opinions effectively.
Prior learning
We recommend that candidates who are beginning one of these courses should have previously achieved
a level corresponding to the requirements of the Key Stage 3 programme of study for Modern Foreign
Languages within the National Curriculum for England.
4 Cambridge O Level Languages. Syllabus for examination in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
Introduction
Progression
Cambridge O Level Certificates are general qualifications that enable candidates to progress either directly
to employment, or to proceed to further qualifications.
Candidates who are awarded grades C to A* in a Cambridge O Level language syllabus are well prepared to
follow courses leading to Cambridge International AS and A Level, or the equivalent, in the same language.
1.4 How can I find out more?

If you are already a Cambridge school
You can make entries for this qualification through your usual channels. If you have any questions, please
contact us at info@cie.org.uk
If you are not yet a Cambridge school

Learn about the benefits of becoming a Cambridge school at www.cie.org.uk/startcambridge. Email us at
info@cie.org.uk to find out how your organisation can register to become a Cambridge school.
Teacher support
2. Teacher support
2.1 Support materials

We send Cambridge syllabuses, past question papers and examiner reports to cover the last examination
series to all Cambridge schools.
You can also go to our public website at www.cie.org.uk/olevel to download current and future syllabuses
together with specimen papers or past question papers and examiner reports from one series.
For teachers at registered Cambridge schools a range of additional support materials for specific
syllabuses is available online from Teacher Support, our secure online support for Cambridge teachers.
Go to http://teachers.cie.org.uk (username and password required).
2.2 Endorsed resources

We work with publishers providing a range of resources for our syllabuses including print and digital
materials. Resources endorsed by Cambridge go through a detailed quality assurance process to ensure
they provide a high level of support for teachers and learners.
We have resource lists which can be filtered to show all resources, or just those which are endorsed by
Cambridge. The resource lists include further suggestions for resources to support teaching.
2.3 Training
We offer a range of support activities for teachers to ensure they have the relevant knowledge and skills to
deliver our qualifications. See www.cie.org.uk/events for further information.
Bengali
3. Bengali

All candidates take Papers 1 and 2.
Paper 1: Composition (2 hours)
Section A 30 marks
One composition of about 120 words from a choice of two topics.
Section B 60 marks
One essay of about 200 words from a choice of three topics.
Weighting: 45% of total marks
Paper 2: Language Usage and Comprehension (1 hours)
Section A 50 marks
Language usage questions.
Section B 14 marks
Multiple-choice comprehension questions.
Section C 46 marks
Open-ended comprehension questions.
3.2 Availability
This syllabus is examined in the June examination series.
This syllabus is available to private candidates.
Detailed timetables are available from www.cie.org.uk/examsofficers
Cambridge O Levels are available to Centres in Administrative Zones 3, 4 and 5. Centres in Administrative
Zones 1, 2 or 6 wishing to enter candidates for Cambridge O Level examinations should contact Cambridge
Customer Services.

Candidates can combine this syllabus in an examination series with any other Cambridge syllabus, except:
syllabuses with the same title at the same level.
Please note that Cambridge O Level, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2
Certificate syllabuses are at the same level.
Bengali
3.4 Aims
The aims of the syllabus are the same for all candidates. The aims are set out below and describe the
educational purposes of a course in a language other than English for the Cambridge O Level examination.
They are not listed in order of priority.
The aims are to:

enable students to communicate accurately, appropriately and effectively in writing
enable students to understand and respond appropriately to what they read
encourage students to enjoy and appreciate the variety of language
complement the students other areas of study by developing skills of a more general application
(e.g.analysis, synthesis, drawing of inferences)
promote the students personal development and an understanding of themselves and others.

There are three assessment objectives:
A Continuous Writing
Candidates will be assessed on their ability to:
1 articulate experience and express what is felt and what is imagined
2 order and present facts, ideas and opinions
3 communicate effectively and appropriately
4 demonstrate an awareness of the conventions of paragraphing, sentence structure, punctuation and
spelling
5 express thoughts, feelings and opinions in order to interest, inform or convince
6 demonstrate adequate control of vocabulary, syntax and grammar, punctuation and spelling.
B Writing for a specific purpose

1 understand and adequately convey information
2 understand, order and present facts, ideas and opinions
3 evaluate information and select what is relevant to specific purposes
6 show a sense of audience and an awareness of register and style in both formal and informal situations.
C Language Usage/Reading Comprehension

1 exercise control of appropriate structures
2 understand and employ a range of apt vocabulary
3 recognise implicit meaning and attitude
4 evaluate information and express it in their own words.
Description of papers

The question papers are set entirely in Bengali. Dictionaries may not be used in the examination.
3.6.1 Paper 1: Composition

2 hours, 90 marks
Section A: Letter, report, dialogue or speech (30 marks)

From a choice of two topics, candidates must write one letter, report, dialogue or speech of about 120 words
in Bengali.
Section B: Essay (60 marks)

From a choice of three topics, candidates must write one essay of about 200 words in Bengali.
3.6.2 Paper 2: Language Usage and Comprehension

2 hours, 110 marks
Section A: Language Usage (50 marks)

Questions will include combination or separation of words, idioms, proverbs and words in pairs, sentence
transformation and a cloze passage.
Section B: Comprehension (multiple-choice questions) (14 marks)

Candidates must answer seven questions based on a prose passage of about 280 words.
Section C: Comprehension (open-ended questions) and Vocabulary (46 marks)

Candidates must answer six questions based on a prose passage of about 270 words. A vocabulary
question will follow the comprehension questions in this section.
Nepali
4. Nepali

All candidates take Paper 1 only.
Paper 1 (3 hours)
Section A: Composition 50 marks

Two compositions, of about 150 words each, from a choice of five topics.
Section B: Translation 30 marks

Two translations, one from Nepali into English and one from English into Nepali.
Section C: Comprehension 20 marks

Open-ended comprehension questions on one set passage.
4.2 Availability
Customer Services.

Nepali
4.4 Aims
The aims are to:


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Dictionaries may not be used in the examination.
4.6.1 Paper 1
3 hours, 100 marks
Section A: Composition (50 marks)

Candidates must write two compositions in Nepali, of about 150 words each, from a choice of five topics.
The choice of topics will allow candidates to demonstrate ability in using the written language to:
express an opinion
communicate by letter
narrate a story or series of events
describe a scene or occasion
compose or report a dialogue.
Section B: Translation (30 marks)

Candidates must:
translate a passage from Nepali into English (10 marks)
translate a passage from English into Nepali (20 marks).
Section C: Reading Comprehension (20 marks)

One passage in Nepali will be set, with questions to test the candidates general understanding of the gist
of the passage, as well as their understanding of specific information given. The passage may be drawn from
fiction, non-fiction, newspapers, magazines, etc. Candidates must write their answers in Nepali.
Arabic, Sinhala, Tamil
5. Arabic, Sinhala, Tamil

Paper 1: Composition (1 hours)
Section A 15 marks
One composition of about 120 words from a choice of three topics.
Section B 30 marks
One essay of about 200 words from a choice of four topics.
Paper 2: Translation and Reading Comprehension (1 hours)
Section A 30 marks
Two translations, one from the target language into English and one from English into the target
language.
Section B 25 marks
5.2 Availability
Arabic is examined in the November examination series.
Sinhala and Tamil are examined in the June examination series.
These syllabuses are available to private candidates.
Customer Services.
Please note that the syllabus code for O Level Tamil is now 3226. All other aspects of the syllabus remain
unchanged.
5.3 Combining these with other syllabuses

Candidates can combine these syllabuses in an examination series with any other Cambridge syllabus, except:
In addition:
candidates taking Cambridge O Level Arabic (3180) may not also take Cambridge IGCSE First Language
Arabic(0508)
candidates taking Cambridge O Level Sinhala (3205) may not also take Cambridge O Level Tamil(3206)
candidates taking Cambridge O Level Tamil (3226) may not also take Cambridge O Level Sinhala(3205)
5.4 Aims
The aims are to:


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5.6.1 Paper 1: Composition

1 hours, 45 marks
Section A: Letter, report or speech, dialogue (15 marks)

From a choice of three topics, candidates must write one composition of about 120 words in the target
language. The choice of topics will allow candidates to demonstrate ability in using the written language to:
communicate by letter
compose a report or speech
compose a dialogue.
Section B: Essay (30 marks)

From a choice of four topics (narrative, descriptive or argumentative), candidates must write one essay of
about 200 words in the target language.
5.6.2 Paper 2: Translation and Reading Comprehension

1 hours, 55 marks
Section A: Translation (30 marks)

Candidates must:
translate a passage from the target language into English (10 marks)
translate a passage from English into the target language (20 marks).
Section B: Reading Comprehension (25 marks)

Candidates must answer a variety of questions testing their understanding of a set passage.
Setswana
6. Setswana

Paper 1: Language (2 hours)
Section A 25 marks
One composition of 250300 words from a choice of four topics.
Section B 25 marks
One piece of writing for a specific purpose of 200250 words.
Section C 25 marks
Section D 25 marks
One translation, either from English into Setswana or from Setswana into English.
Weighting: approx. 60% of total marks
Paper 2: Literature (1 hours)
Section A 25 marks
One question from a choice of two, each on a set text.
Section B 25 marks
One question from a choice of two, each on a set play.
Section C 25 marks
One question from a choice of two, each on a set poem, and one question on an unseen poem.
Weighting: approx. 40% of total marks
6.2 Availability
This syllabus is examined in the November examination series.
Customer Services.
Setswana

6.4 Aims
The aims are to:

promote the students personal development and an understanding of themselves and others
encourage students to enjoy and appreciate the reading of Setswana literature.

There are four assessment objectives:
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Setswana

D Literature
Candidates will be assessed on their ability to
1 recognise implicit meaning and attitudes
2 recognise and appreciate ways in which writers use language and how they achieve effects
3 communicate a sensitive and informed personal response to what is read
4 recognise and appreciate literary aspects such as conflicts, theme, setting, climax, characterisation and
plot
5 differentiate between modern and traditional poetry.

6.6.1 Paper 1: Language

2 hours, 100 marks
Section A: Composition (25 marks)

Candidates must choose one topic from a selection of four and must write an imaginative, narrative or
argumentative response of 250300 words in an appropriate style.
Section B: Writing for a specific purpose (25 marks)

One task requiring candidates to write 200250 words for a specific purpose (such as an article, letter, report
or speech) related to a given situation.
Section C: Language Usage/Reading Comprehension (25 marks)

A series of comprehension questions on a reading passage. Candidates will be tested on their
understanding of specific details (e.g. reading language structure, figurative language), general themes and
arguments in the passage.
Section D: Translation (25 marks)

There are two alternative passages: one in English to be translated into Setswana, and one in Setswana to
be translated into English. Candidates must translate one of the passages only.
Resource materials for Paper 1 are:

Thutapuo ya Setswana K. Mogapi (Grammar)
Tshekatsheko ya Tlhamo A. Molosiwa (Composition)
Diteko - Tlhaloganyo N. Mokgachane (Comprehension)
Diane le Maele M. Seboni (Proverbs/Idioms)
Sedibeng 4 and 5 N. Ratsoma and A. Molosiwa
Setswana
6.6.2 Paper 2: Literature

1 hours, 75 marks
This paper is divided into three sections. Candidates must answer four questions:
one from Section A on a set text
one from Section B on a set play
two from Section C: one on a set poem and one on an unseen poem.
The set texts for 201719, and the mark allocations for the sections are as follows:
Section A: Novel Fa a lelela legodu P T M Marope

(25 marks) or
Diselammapa T K Mouwane
Section B: Drama Mmoko wa talane T K Mouwane

(25 marks) or
Pelo e ja Serati J M Ntsime
Section C: Poetry Motlhaolosa M Moreri* (15 marks)

(25 marks) or
Borobe jwa puo M R T Makgeng (15 marks)
and
an unseen poem (10 marks)
*For 2017 the following poems have been selected from each of the two texts:
Motlhaolosa: Lorato; Ngwana yo o latlhilweng; Thupa ya moretlwa; Mme Hiloa Mampane; Barutabana ba
me (MCE)
or
Borobe jwa puo: Tsa loapi; Mahalapye; Tlhaselo ya Seetebosigo a le 20, 1988; Moswi Tautona Khama;
Mekubukubu ya Bontleng 1987
Motlhaolosa: Tlhoka motsadi; Maikuelo a setlologo; Tshawaragano; Lonyatso; Ntlo ya polokelo ditso
or
Borobe jwa puo: Bolwetsi jwa AIDS; Kgosi Monare R Gaborone (La bobedi); Motsetse; Boipuso jwa
masome a mabedi (Botswana); Losea
Motlhaolosa: Meno; Mahuri a botshelo; Baesekele; Motsofe; Kotsi kwa Draaihoek
or
Borobe jwa puo: Botswana; Ntsa; Maitshwaro a basa; Maipelo a lekau; Lentswe la Baratani
Swahili
7. Swahili

All candidates take Paper 1 only.
Paper 1 (3 hours)
Question 1 20 marks
One translation from Swahili into English.
Question 2 30 marks
One translation from English into Swahili.
Question 3 25 marks
Question 4 25 marks
One composition of about 120 words from a choice of three topics.
7.2 Availability
Customer Services.

Swahili
7.4 Aims
The aims are to:


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7.6.1 Paper 1
3 hours, 100 marks
Question 1: Translation (20 marks)

Candidates must translate one passage from Swahili into English.
Question 2: Translation (30 marks)

Candidates must translate one passage from English into Swahili.
Question 3: Reading Comprehension (25 marks)

One passage in Swahili with questions to test candidates general understanding of the gist of the passage
as well as their understanding of specific information given. The passage may be drawn from fiction,
nonfiction, newspapers, magazines, etc. Answers must be written in Swahili.
Question 4 (25 marks)

Candidates must write a short composition of about 120 words, in Swahili, from a choice of three topics.
Other information
8. Other information
Equality and inclusion

Cambridge International Examinations has taken great care in the preparation of this syllabus and
assessment materials to avoid bias of any kind. To comply with the UK Equality Act (2010), Cambridge has
designed this qualification with the aim of avoiding direct and indirect discrimination.
The standard assessment arrangements may present unnecessary barriers for candidates with disabilities
or learning difficulties. Arrangements can be put in place for these candidates to enable them to access the
assessments and receive recognition of their attainment. Access arrangements will not be agreed if they
give candidates an unfair advantage over others or if they compromise the standards being assessed.
Candidates who are unable to access the assessment of any component may be eligible to receive an
award based on the parts of the assessment they have taken.
Information on access arrangements is found in the Cambridge Handbook which can be downloaded from
the website www.cie.org.uk/examsofficers
Language
This syllabus and the associated assessment materials are available in English only.
Grading and reporting

Cambridge O Level results are shown by one of the grades A*, A, B, C, D or E, indicating the standard
achieved, A* being the highest and E the lowest. Ungraded indicates that the candidates performance fell
short of the standard required for grade E. Ungraded will be reported on the statement of results but not
on the certificate. The letters Q (result pending), X (no results) and Y (to be issued) may also appear on the
statement of results but not on the certificate.
Entry codes
To maintain the security of our examinations, we produce question papers for different areas of the world,
known as administrative zones. Where the component entry code has two digits, the first digit is the
component number given in the syllabus. The second digit is the location code, specific to an administrative
zone. Information about entry codes can be found in the Cambridge Guide to Making Entries.
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5. Arabic, Sinhala, Tamil..................................................................................................... 13

1.1 Why choose Cambridge?

Support for teachers

Support for exams officers

1.2 Why choose Cambridge O Level?

Cambridge O Levels are considered to be an excellent preparation for Cambridge International

Guided learning hours

1.3 Why choose Cambridge O Level Languages?

1.4 How can I find out more?

If you are not yet a Cambridge school

2.1 Support materials

2.2 Endorsed resources

3.1 Scheme of assessment summary

Paper 1: Composition (2 hours)

Weighting: 45% of total marks

Paper 2: Language Usage and Comprehension (1 hours)

Weighting: 55% of total marks

This syllabus is available to private candidates.

Detailed timetables are available from www.cie.org.uk/examsofficers

3.3 Combining this with other syllabuses

The aims are to:

3.5 Assessment objectives

B Writing for a specific purpose

C Language Usage/Reading Comprehension

3.6 Description of papers

3.6.1 Paper 1: Composition

Section A: Letter, report, dialogue or speech (30 marks)

Section B: Essay (60 marks)

3.6.2 Paper 2: Language Usage and Comprehension

Section A: Language Usage (50 marks)

Section B: Comprehension (multiple-choice questions) (14 marks)

Section C: Comprehension (open-ended questions) and Vocabulary (46 marks)

4.1 Scheme of assessment summary

Section A: Composition 50 marks

Section B: Translation 30 marks

Section C: Comprehension 20 marks

Weighting: 100% of total marks

This syllabus is available to private candidates.

Detailed timetables are available from www.cie.org.uk/examsofficers

4.3 Combining this with other syllabuses

The aims are to:

4.5 Assessment objectives

B Writing for a specific purpose

C Language Usage/Reading Comprehension

4.6 Description of papers

Section A: Composition (50 marks)

Section B: Translation (30 marks)

Section C: Reading Comprehension (20 marks)

5. Arabic, Sinhala, Tamil

5.1 Scheme of assessment summary

Paper 1: Composition (1 hours)

Weighting: 45% of total marks

Paper 2: Translation and Reading Comprehension (1 hours)

Weighting: 55% of total marks

These syllabuses are available to private candidates.

Detailed timetables are available from www.cie.org.uk/examsofficers

5.3 Combining these with other syllabuses

The aims are to: